Define the following Theory.

- Social Process Theory
- Defensible Space Theory
- Broken Windows Theory
- Social Learning Theory


Social Process Theory: A perspective on criminological thought that highlights the process of interaction between individuals and society. Most social process theories highlight the role of social learning.

Defensible Space Theory: The belief that an area’s physical features may be modified and structured so as to reduce crime rates in that area and to lower the fear of victimization that residents experience.

Broken Windows Theory: A perspective on crime causation that holds that the physical deterioration of an area leads to higher crime rates and an increased concern for personal safety among residents.

Social Learning Theory: A psychological perspective that says that people learn how to behave by modeling themselves after others whom they have the opportunity to observe.

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